MINERAL – Lassen National Forest officials are advising people planning winter activities such as snowmobiling, sledding and snowboarding to wait until fresh snowfall abates the current hazardous conditions in many areas of the forest.

The lack of snowfall and low temperatures since Dec. 26, have resulted in extremely icy conditions, as well as exposed obstacles such as trees and rocks, in popular snow play areas. These conditions increase the risk of accidents for visitors engaged in winter recreation.

Once new snowfall suitable for these activities has accumulated, the public will be notified via the forest website and local press releases.